# Top American Prospects for 2026 NHL Draft

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Podcast: [NHL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/nhl-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7438203)
Published: 2026-05-15T16:51:05+00:00
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## Resource

The 2026 NHL Entry Draft is approaching, and the U.S. has a strong lineup of prospects, with Chase Reid and Wyatt Cullen leading the pack. Reid, a right defenseman, and Cullen, a left winger, are ranked second and third overall, respectively. Reids two-way play and Cullens growth spurt have caught scouts attention. Other notable Americans include J.P. Hurlbert, Brooks Rogowski, Rian Chudzinski, and Tommy Bleyl. Central Scouting highlights risers across various leagues, indicating that juniors are preparing these teens for professional hockey. Reid and Cullen are expected to redefine American talent pipelines and potentially become the next wave of NHL stars. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8a9bd4b855debb8c

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